Innholdsfortegnelse for Christmas 2021 i delicious. Cookbooks

CHRISTMAS IS ALL about gathering with your favourite people, sitting together around the table and sharing beautiful food, made with love. This cookbook has everything you need to make each meal as special as possible, from the first cocktail to the final bite of dessert. Plus there’s treats for gifting, brunch essentials and irresistible dishes for celebrating Lunar New Year. Small bites and summer cocktails start on page 8, perfect for kicking things off with a relaxed, fun vibe. Then there’s a whole chapter dedicated to the most stunning seafood from page 24, with platters piled high with prawns, salmon, scallops and more. The Christmas main is always a talking point, so make it memorable with recipes from page 40. We’ve got new favourites everyone will love, including sticky spiced…

YOU MIGHT WANT TO MAKE EXTRA OF THESE CRISPY CRUNCHY COCONUT PRAWNS! WITH A GOLDEN COATING AND ZINGY PAPAYA DIPPING SAUCE, THEY’RE READY TO WOW THE CROWD SALMON WELLINGTON WITH WHITE WINE CREAM SAUCE SERVES 6 20g unsalted butter1 tsp extra virgin olive oil2 eschalots, finely chopped300g mixed mushrooms, finely chopped120g mascarponeFinely grated zest of 1 lemon2 tbs each chopped tarragon, flat-leaf parsley and chives2 x 375g packets frozen butter puff pastry, thawed1kg skinless centre cut salmon fillet, pin-boned1 egg, lightly beaten with 1 tsp cold waterRocket leaves, to serve WHITE WINE CREAM SAUCE 50g cold unsalted butter, chopped, plus 15g extra1 eschalot, finely chopped150ml white wine200ml good-quality chicken or fish stock100ml thickened cream1 tbs each chopped flat-leaf parsley and chives Heat butter and oil in a frypan over medium…

DRESSED WITH AN INTENSELY FLAVOURED GINGER DRESSING, JULIENNED POTATO ADDS A SUBSTANTIAL VEGETARIAN NOTE TO THIS FRAGRANT DISH WHILE STILL KEEPING IT LIGHT PRAWN FRIED RICE SERVES 4 12 green king prawns, peeled, deveined⅓ cup (80ml) vegetable oil6 free-range eggs, lightly beaten2 celery stalks, finely diced1 tbs finely chopped ginger4 cups cold leftover rice2 tbs Chinese rice wine (shaohsing)2 tbs organic tamari4-5 finely sliced long green shallots (approx. 1 cup)1 long red chilli, finely chopped, to serve Roughly chop prawn meat and set aside. Heat half the oil in a wok over high heat until surface seems to shimmer slightly. Pour beaten eggs into wok and leave to cook on the base of the wok for 10 seconds before folding egg mixture over onto itself with a spatula and lightly…

FOR SOME OF US, IT JUST ISN’T CHRISTMAS WITHOUT A JAW-DROPPING GLAZED HAM. LUCKILY, OUR SWEET AND SOUR TOFFEE APPLE GLAZE IS READY TO DAZZLE IF YOU’RE AFTER A FABULOUS FESTIVE MAIN THAT JUST SO HAPPENS TO BE MEAT-FREE, OUR PITHIVIER WITH GOLDEN FLAKY PASTRY IS SURE TO BE A HIT WITH GUESTS LEEK, FETA & POTATO PITHIVIER WITH SOFT HERB SALAD SERVES 6 ½ cup (125ml) extra virgin olive oil2 leeks, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, finely chopped2 tsp caraway seeds1 tsp fennel seeds300g boiled potatoes, cooled completely, roughly crushed½ bunch thyme, leaves picked and roughly chopped150g feta, crumbled2 eggs2 x 375g sheets frozen Carême puff pastry, thawed SOFT HERB SALAD 1 bunch chervil1 bunch tarragon, leaves picked1 bunch mint, leaves pickedJuice of 1 lemon⅓ cup (80ml) extra virgin olive…

ENCLOSE HAZELNUT CHOCOLATES IN CHOCOLATE GELATO, THEN COVER IN A CRISP DARK CHOCOLATE COATING. IF YOU’RE GIFTING THESE, DON’T FORGET THE COOL BAG! AUSSIE MINCE PIES MAKES 30 This pastry is very short and crumbly which can make it a little tricky to work with, but it’s worth the effort for the result. Alternatively, you can substitute with store-bought sweet shortcrust. 150g mixed dried fruit (we used apricot, peache, apple, pineapple and mango), finely chopped35g unsalted butter, melted and cooled½ Granny Smith apple, coarsely grated, excess water squeezed out1 tbs cornflour100g caster sugarFinely grated zest of ½ orange1 tbs brandy¼ tsp each ground cinnamon, allspicePinch freshly grated nutmegIcing sugar, to dust PASTRY 4⅔ cups (700g) plain flour1 cup (120g) pure icing sugar, sifted440g cold unsalted butter, finely chopped2 egg yolks,…

With every fabulous recipe you need to take you from first to last bite, this beautiful cookbook is filled with old and new favourites, ready to make Christmas a dream come true. Including glamorous cocktails and canapes to get the party started, mains and sides to impress, and showstopper desserts, the big day is sorted. Then there’s gifts and bakes for your favourite people, sweet and savoury brunch ideas for the next day, and recipes for a Lunar New Year celebration. For the ultimate festive feast, make it delicious. $13.99 (INC. GST) NZ $12.99 (INC. GST)…

GRAB THE COCKTAIL SHAKER AND WHIP YOURSELF UP A FESTIVE SUMMER BEVVY. WE’VE GIVEN A FEW OF THE CLASSICS A REFRESHING SPIN, READY TO GET INTO THE PARTY SPIRIT TWICE-COOKED FOR THE MOST CRISPY GOLDEN SKIN AND TENDER MEAT, THESE STICKY GLAZED CHICKEN WINGS ARE SWEET, TANGY AND INCREDIBLY MOREISH GO THE EXTRA MILE WITH A FEW SPECIAL TOUCHES, WHETHER IT’S A ZESTY PONZU DRESSING FOR TUNA TATAKI OR A SPLASH OF SOMETHING EXTRA TO MAKE YOUR COCKTAILS DAZZLE TUNA TATAKI WITH PONZU SERVES 4-6 With fresh zingy flavours balancing the rich tuna, this simple Japanese dish is perfect for an elegant starter. 400g sashimi-grade tuna, at room temperature2 tbs extra virgin olive oil½ small daikon, cut into matchsticks2 small green apples, cut into matchsticks1 tbs sesame seeds, toasted¼ cup…

MADE FOR SUMMER AND PERFECT FOR ADDING A LITTLE FRESHNESS TO YOUR CHRISTMAS SPREAD, THIS SALAD IS THE ULTIMATE WAY TO EAT YOUR GREENS ICEBERG, PEACH, ASPARAGUS & PRAWN SALAD WITH FREEKEH SERVES 4-6 200g freekeh16 cooked king prawns, peeled1 small iceberg lettuce, cut into wedges2 ripe peaches, cut into wedges2 bunches asparagus, trimmed, blanched, halved lengthwise250g mixed cherry tomatoes, halved2 buffalo mozzarella balls, drained, torn½ cup each basil and mint leavesCrushed pistachios and finely grated lemon zest, to serve ORANGE VINAIGRETTE Juice and finely grated zest of ½ orangeJuice of 1 lemon1 tbs red wine vinegar, or to taste⅓ cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil1 small garlic clove, finely grated Place freekeh in a saucepan of salted boiling water and cook for 40-45 minutes until tender. Drain well, then…

WHAT TO DO WITH THAT LEFTOVER TURKEY OR CHICKEN? TURN IT INTO A SANDWICH SO TASTY IT RIVALS YOUR CHRISTMAS DAY FEAST, COMPLETE WITH CRUNCHY FENNEL AND CRANBERY SLAW PESTO AND EGG FLATBREAD MAKES 2 FLATBREADS, SERVES 8-10 These easy flatbreads are ideal for a low-key boxing day brunch. You can substitute baby spinach for the kale in the pesto, if you prefer. 2 x 7g sachets dried yeast1 tsp caster sugar3 cups (480g) bread flour2 tbs extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced6-8 eggs100g salami, sliced, to serveDried chilli flakes and finely grated pecorino, to serve KALE PESTO ¼ bunch kale (stems removed), blanched and chopped½ bunch flat-leaf parsley, leaves and stems roughly chopped1 tbs thyme leaves⅔ cup (165ml) extra virgin olive oil¼ cup…